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Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access

Holiday home in Gloucester with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Quarry House view from the meadow on the way to the tennis court and beaches
Sunset from the upstairs porch
Picture from estate firepit 50 yards away from the quarry house
Mika Beach, 3 feet from high tide.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 113500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Gloucester, MA
  • Place, Good Harbor Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Ann
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Wingaersheek Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Corner Room

1 Double Bed

Door Room

3 Single Beds

Downstairs Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Staircase Room

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Half Bath

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access

This finely maintained summer cottage built in the 1820s overlooks Hodgkins Cove in Gloucester Massachusetts.

Unique and special amenities include 2 private beach accesses, consistently spectacular sunset views over Hodgkins Cove and Ipswich Bay, and hiking/walking paths on a 55 acre private estate (yes really!).

It comfortably sleeps 11, has 5 bedrooms, 2 and a half bathrooms, a downstairs porch, and and upstairs nightclub (which is a covered screened in outdoor lounge area great for evening cocktails to watch the sunsets).

It's located 5 miles from Bearskin Neck in downtown Rockport and 5 miles from downtown Gloucester. Both downtowns are filled with very nice, family restaurants, fun boutiques, and art galleries.

Enjoy water views from most rooms in the house. Dogs allowed, smoking not allowed.

FIRST FLOOR:

Kitchen: Everything you need in a kitchen: range, sink, dishwasher, silverware and plates and pans, and of course ocean views.

Bathroom 1: sink, toilet, shower/bath.

Bedroom 1: King bed, closet, ocean views.

Dining Room: Dinner table that seats 10 comfortable.

Living Room: Television, 2 couches, antique day bed, fireplace, and an ocean view.

Utility Porch: Washer/Dryer

Bay View Downstairs Porch: Overlooks Hodgkins cove. Beautiful views. Perfect for enjoying a nice day.


2ND FLOOR

Bedroom 2 (the door room): 3 twin beds, 1 closet, 2 dressers. Great for kids.

Bathroom 2: sink, toilet, bathtub.

Bedroom 3: full bed, closet, ocean view.

Bedroom 4 (the pillow): a smaller, cozy room with a full bed. Ocean view.

Bedroom 5 (the master): king size bed, closet, half bathroom, sitting area, and of course ocean views.

Bathroom 2.5: sink and toilet in the master bathroom.

Upstairs Porch (the nightclub): screened in, couches, and a swinging Gloucester hammock. Great for cocktails in the evening and for a fantastic sunset.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0231721070

About the area

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this holiday home is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Good Harbor Beach and Cape Ann. Maritime Gloucester and Schooner Adventure are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, snorkelling and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Gloucester, MA

What's nearby

  • Plum Cove Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Halibut Point State Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Good Harbor Beach - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Cape Ann - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Wingaersheek Beach - 15 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • West Gloucester Station - 11 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brothers Brew - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Talise - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bean & Leaf Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Roy Moore Lobster Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lobster Pool - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gloucester: 5 Bedroom Summer Cottage with Sunset Views and Private Beach Access located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Plum Cove Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Halibut Point Reservation and Paper House. Halibut Point State Park and Dogtown are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the porches and the beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful visit to The Quarry House. The description was excellent, communication with the owner was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Saved by the view

Great view. Needs some updating.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historical House

Able to enjoy the beach and hiking paths in the cove
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend!

My family loved staying in this historic house! It was so peaceful and the views were incredible, our stay was much too short! The home is so comfortable and the antiques and artwork were fascinating. It was a perfect place for the bride and her bridal party to get ready for the wedding, thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view!

My family enjoyed the house and view very much. We had a great vacation and the house was so cozy to rest in between site seeing. However the house definitely needs a furnace. Forest was a wonderful host ☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

lyla r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend with friends

The house has great charm and the beds were comfy. It is an older home that comes along with some quirks but nothing that can spoil the beautiful property and location! Forest was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College Reunion-40 years later

To say the least the property has history and great charm. There were 5 of us and all got a bedroom. The cove was breathtaking. Contact with the owner was awesome as we shared a few texts. Thank you for a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GLORIOUS GLOUCESTER

Simply amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home in an amazing place

The house is so fun and cute! The photos don’t do it justice. Everything is charming and it has everything you could possibly need. It was hard to leave the house to go into other towns because it was so cozy and had chill vibes. And then there are the views - the views are incredible from every room! You are right on the water. It’s so peaceful and the ocean is a very quick walk from the house. The owner is also very communicative and was so helpful from the initial booking until we checked out. I really appreciate how thoughtful all the instructions were as as well. I hope to stay here again in the near future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I'm letting the secret out...

Forest and his mother Ginger, as well as their family member Happy were all a pleasure to deal with. Their communication was perfect and they were accommodating to every question and concern that we had. Definitely easy people to work with.The check in and checkout times were standard for this type of rental but I would say the checkout procedure was above average easy.The location is great, as any long-term stay can be accommodated by about a 15-minute trip to a local Market Basket as well as several smaller provisions closer by.The property... Boy oh boy the property.....It's truly a secret I'm letting out because if you're reading this and thinking about renting from forest and his family, you have struck gold. This house is part of a large estate owned by dozens of members that take excellent care of a large Oasis on the ocean. The views and the nature that surround the property are extraordinary. The private beach is visited only by other estate renting members as well as the family who is part of the large estate. It makes for a private, exciting, peaceful environment.If you're into lawn games and tennis, there are great provisions for both, if you are in for an ocean kayak, you have been taken care of already, if you're looking for a big cozy house to stare at the ocean from, you have been blessed.I had the privilege to marry my wife here and this place will forever be special. It's view is immaculate, it is well maintained, and it is the place to be.TYJesus
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorable Family Vacation

The Quarry house was amazing. So much history and the view of the bay and the sunsets were perfect. The owner was super responsive to our questions and the Gloucester community was welcoming. I highly recommend this house and hope to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great view

great view, peaceful, clean. Great communication
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy C., Smyrna, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gloucester Trip

The house was great, very clean & the living room area was great, much bigger than expected. We had a fire 2 nights & played games every night at the table. Forrest was great to deal with, very helpful & always responsive. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful time in Gloucester!

This historic, quirky, well stocked and magnificently located farm house was just an amazing place to stay!! Loved everything about this home, from the quaint old furnishings to the private beach and walking out on the breakwater for the incredible view. Kitchen has anything and everything you might need, including pantry items. Lots of beach towels, beach chairs and we enjoyed kayaking around the bay. Highly recommend staying here and we hope to return to this home next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO we have stayed at!

This property exceeded our expectations and our family trip for a wedding was the best ever! We are already looking at dates to go back. If you want a house with a lot of history, the best views and a private beach look no further! You will not be disappointed! In addition, Forrest was readily available with any questions we had and was the best host I have dealt with (this is the 11th VRBO we have rented). Also, the kitchen was stocked with spices and everything you could possibly think of. If I could give 10 ⭐️ I would!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends Getaway

THE VIEW IS AWESOME! House was clean, comfortable, old but updated and wonderfully quirky. Beds were very comfortable with clean, soft sheets, lots of towels and pillows. Kitchen was well stocked. Forrest is a wonderful host, very responsive. The ocean view will knock your socks off. Highly recommend, hope to go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quarry house

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and relaxing

Everyone loved this old, classic New England farm style house. So much space and character. Porches were awesome to gather for breakfast and late night, relaxing and enjoying the view. Path down to the beach was challenging for older folks, but younger adults enjoyed using the kayak and paddleboards that we brought. House was well-equipped with everything you could need, especially the kitchen. It was perfect to gather for a family wedding nearby and the yard was awesome for pre-wedding pictures. Bring plenty of food, though -- not many options for groceries. Grill or go out for seafood. Wish we could have stayed longer and would love to come back again. Can't thank Forrest enough for offering up his home.

10/10 Excellent

JEAN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking views

The property location was perfect. The The views and sunsets over the cover were breath taking. The two porches were perfect for day and evening enjoyment. Our only concern was that the beds were old and uncomfortable and the door to the queen bedroom upstairs did not close tightly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donald B., Milton, MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation

Quarry House is a traditional New England summer residence which 3 generations of my family thoroughly enjoyed during our one week August vacation (2020). The house features nine foot ceilings and a double porch (upstairs and down) with spectacular views of Ispwich Bay. Most importantly, the property is completely self-contained, other than to make runs for groceries and lobster rolls, you can leave your vehicle in the circular drive. If you want to venture out, both Rockport Center and Gloucester Harbor are close by. A private uncrowded sandy beach, tennis courts and walking trails, along over 60 acres of Trust property, allow for a complete sense of safety, regarding children and serenity for the adults. The house is well stocked with appliances, cook ware, and plenty of summer reading materials. Quarry House received a big thumbs up from the entire family, and the owner (Forrest) was extremely helpful with comprehensive information regarding both the house and its environs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Quarry House

Our group had a wonderful time at the Quarry House. The house was comfortable and the property was spectacular. The fireplace was perfect for cool autumn evenings!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

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Hosted by Forrest Fegert

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